Catch up on all the latest news from the garage equipment & automotive aftermarket space, including what’s happening with the movement towards Connected Equipment in MOT bays!
Ever wondered which cars end up on the scrapheap the most? Well, thanks to data from Scrap Car Comparison, we now know which makes and models are scrapped most often - and it turns out that the UK’s best-selling cars aren’t at the top of the list. Every year, the...
Biennial MOTs Could Become a Reality in Britain Britain’s Transport Secretary, Grant Shapps, has suggested that MOT testing could switch from an annual requirement to a biennial one in a bid to address the current cost of living crisis. The measure, which was...
We will be showcasing the latest machines from Hofmann Megplan, hosting 121 demonstrations and we’ll be available to answer any questions you may have. You can expect a whole host of benefits this June at the one-of-a-kind UK Garage and Bodyshop Event, including free...
Looking to branch out into the world of MOT testing for the first time? Or perhaps you’re considering expanding your facilities with a second test bay? Regardless of your circumstances, if you’re on the hunt for a company to complete the entire installation process...
Northern Ireland’s Infrastructure Minister, Nichola Mallon, has announced that the nation’s Government is to explore the ‘next steps’ towards adopting biennial MOT testing. Having reviewed evidence submitted by members of the public in an official Call for Evidence,...
We have found a 'Jewel' in James! A great deal of experience, and a big reputation are just two things that James Jewell brings to ISN Garage Assist in his new appointment as Aftersales Director. The rapid expansion and ongoing development of our service division...
Mark Berryman, one of the company's longest serving team members, has been promoted to Supply Chain & Operations Director for ISN Garage Assist. Having originally joined as Service Manager within the original Hofmann Megaplan business, Mark eventually became...
EU Announces Plans To Renew MVBER: Will The UK Follow Suit? The European Commission has confirmed plans to extend the Motor Vehicle Block Exemption Regulations (MVBER) until 2028. It’s currently due to expire on 31 May next year but, provided the proposed five-year...
Biggest Challenges Faced By Workshops In 2021 Revealed A nationwide survey of garages and workshops by the Motor Ombudsman has named staff shortages as the most significant challenge faced by the industry over the past year. 67% of respondents felt that the biggest...